What is Telephone Vocabulary?

Definition : 

A telephone vocabulary is a list of words and phrases related to telephones and telephone service. This can include words and phrases related to telephone equipment, the telephone network, telephone companies, and telephone service. 

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SpeakoClub Tip : 

A telephone vocabulary can be a useful tool for both new and experienced telephone users. By familiarizing yourself with the words and phrases used to describe telephone equipment and service, you can better understand how telephones work and identify potential problems.

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Examples : 

Some examples of words and phrases that might be found in a telephone vocabulary are:

• Telephone equipment: telephone, handset, cord, base, dial, number pad, display, buttons, features, ringtone
• The telephone network: Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN), cellular network, wireless network, VoIP, broadband
• Telephone companies: telephone service provider (TSP), local exchange carrier (LEC), interexchange carrier (IXC)
• Telephone services: voice call, video call, text messaging, data services, voicemail, caller ID, call blocking, call forwarding, call waiting, 3-way calling, call conferencing.

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Uses of Telephone Vocabulary :

Some of the most common uses for a telephone vocabulary are:

• To help someone new to telephones understand the different parts of a telephone and how they work
• To help someone new to telephone service understand the different types of service available and how to use them
• To help someone troubleshoot a problem with their telephone or telephone service
• To find out what a particular word means.

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Conclusion : 

The following is a list of words and phrases related to telephones.

1. telephone
2. telephone number
3. area code
4. local number
5. call
6. dial
7. ring
8. answering machine
9. voicemail
10. conference call
11. callback

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